Fraudsters are likely behind these calls, exploiting one-time passwords (OTPs) tied to fake purchases at retailers like John Lewis and JD Sports. The tactic involves sending messages to prompt calls to a bogus number (01157 060016), where they'd fish for the OTP to steal funds or access accounts. Never share OTPs over the phone, no matter the pretext—genuine companies won't ask. Block this number immediately, report to your bank and Action Fraud, and enable two-factor authentication alerts. If suspicious, hang up and contact the retailer directly via official channels. Stay vigilant; these scams prey on urgency.
The number appears linked to a fraud attempt; I received a text urging me to dial 01157 060016 to confirm a credit‑card purchase and to provide the OTP they had sent.
Received an OTP supposedly from John Lewis for JD Sports; the number given was 01157060016, but I don’t own a John Lewis credit card.
